The Pets Larder Grain Free Puppy Salmon with Haddock Puppy Food
Dry Extruded · completeHigh meatClear label
Our verdict
Is The Pets Larder Grain Free Puppy Salmon with Haddock Puppy Food a good dog food?
We score it 73/100 (Good). This reflects the ingredient quality, composition and label transparency of the recipe as declared on the label.
Complete extruded dry food for puppies, with salmon, whiting and haddock as the main ingredients.
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for puppies
- Grain-free: no grain ingredients listed
- Single named protein: fish
- Doesn't list chicken, beef, turkey, lamb, venison, pork, duck as ingredients
These points are derived from declared ingredients and analysis, not a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog has a diagnosed condition, food choice is a medical nutrition decision: speak to your vet. Find foods that fit your dog.
Ingredients (18)14% of the recipe is estimated
Estimated composition
- meat 60.0%
- carb 21.8%
- veg 7.8%
- supplement 7.4%
- fibre 1.7%
- other 1.3%
| # | As declared | Matched | Label reading | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Freshly Prepared Salmon (21%) | Salmon | meat · good | 21 | 21.0 |
| 2 | Dried Salmon (16%) | Salmon | meat · good | 16 | 16.0 |
| 3 | Freshly Prepared Blue Whiting (11%) | Whiting | meat · good | 11 | 11.0 |
| 4 | Freshly Prepared Haddock (10%) | Haddock | meat · good | 10 | 10.0 |
| 5 | Salmon Stock (2%) | Salmon | meat · good | 2 | 2.0 |
| 6 | Sweet Potato (20%) | Sweet Potatoes | carb · good | 20 | 20.0 |
| 7 | Potato | Potatoes | carb · medium | - | 1.8 |
| 8 | Beet Pulp | Beet Pulp | fibre · medium | - | 1.7 |
| 9 | Peas (6%) | Peas | veg · good | 6 | 6.0 |
| 10 | Linseed | Linseed | veg · good | - | 1.6 |
| 11 | Omega 3 Supplement | Omega-3 Supplement | supplement · good | - | 1.5 |
| 12 | Minerals | Vitamins and minerals | supplement · medium | - | 1.4 |
| 13 | Vegetable Stock | Vegetable Stock | other · medium | - | 1.3 |
| 14 | Asparagus (0.2%) | Asparagus | veg · good | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| 15 | Glucosamine | Glucosamine | supplement · good | - | 1.2 |
| 16 | Methylsulfonylmethane | MSM | supplement · good | - | 1.2 |
| 17 | Chondroitin Sulphate | Chondroitin | supplement · good | - | 1.1 |
| 18 | Nucleotides | Nucleotides | supplement · medium | - | 1.0 |
- 1. Freshly Prepared Salmon (21%)21% declared21.0% estimated
- 2. Dried Salmon (16%)16% declared16.0% estimated
- 3. Freshly Prepared Blue Whiting (11%)11% declared11.0% estimated
- 4. Freshly Prepared Haddock (10%)10% declared10.0% estimated
- 5. Salmon Stock (2%)2% declared2.0% estimated
- 6. Sweet Potato (20%)20% declared20.0% estimated
- 7. Potato1.8% estimated
- 8. Beet Pulp1.7% estimated
- 9. Peas (6%)6% declared6.0% estimated
- 10. Linseed1.6% estimated
- 11. Omega 3 Supplement1.5% estimated
- 12. Minerals1.4% estimated
- 13. Vegetable Stock1.3% estimated
- 14. Asparagus (0.2%)0.2% declared0.2% estimated
- 15. Glucosamine1.2% estimated
- 16. Methylsulfonylmethane1.2% estimated
- 17. Chondroitin Sulphate1.1% estimated
- 18. Nucleotides1.0% estimated
Nutrition and feedingProtein 27% · Fat 13%
Declared analysis (as fed)
| Nutrient | As fed |
|---|---|
| Protein | 27% |
| Fat | 13% |
| Fibre | 3.50% |
| Ash | 8% |
| Moisture | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 40.50% |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | 2.80% |
| Omega-6 fatty acids | 0.90% |
| Calcium | 1.40% |
| Phosphorus | 0.90% |
Energy: 363 kcal/100g
Additives & feeding info
Feeding and storage
Feeding guide
When transitioning your puppy to Aflora Grain Free Puppy Dog Food, mix it with their current food and gradually increase the amount over 5-7 days to prevent digestive upset.
Additives declared on the label
Nutritional additives
Vitamin A 15,000 IU; Vitamin D3 2,000 IU; Vitamin E 95 IU; Zinc (Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate) 85mg; Iron (Iron (II) Sulphate Monohydrate) 50mg; Manganese (Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate) 35mg; Copper (Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate) 9.5mg; Iodine (Calcium Iodate Anhydrous/Potassium Iodide) 1.7 mg
Trust and sourceNo recalls recorded in our database · checked 2026-09-14
Brand and contact: The Pets Larder
- Website
- https://thepetslarder.co.uk/
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-09-14
- Scored with
- Model v3 (methodology)
- Product page
- thepetslarder.co.uk
Recall history is presentation-only and never affects the score. Dates are when we recorded the data, not when the manufacturer last changed the recipe.
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Score details and methodologyCalculations, history and evidence
Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Why this score?
The overall score is 73 out of 100. The overall quality of the ingredient list contributed +8.7 points, and the meat content added +6 points. Being labelled nutritionally complete added +2.3 points. However, the processing format reduced the score by -6.7 points.
Scored with model v3 on 2026-10-25. Each component is the feature value for this product multiplied by the model's published coefficient.
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.9 | 9.191 | +8.68 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 62.2% | 0.096 | +5.97 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 12.7% | -0.115 | -1.46 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 5.5% | -0.005 | -0.03 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 15.9% | -0.012 | -0.19 |
| Other share of dry matter | 0.2% | -0.375 | -0.06 |
| Undeclared quantities | 13.8% | -0.106 | -1.46 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| High meat (30%+ of dry matter) | yes | 0.707 | +0.71 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
Show all 40 components
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 30.909 | +30.91 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.9 | 9.191 | +8.68 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 62.2% | 0.096 | +5.97 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 12.7% | -0.115 | -1.46 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.092 | +0.00 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 5.5% | -0.005 | -0.03 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.163 | +0.00 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 15.9% | -0.012 | -0.19 |
| Other share of dry matter | 0.2% | -0.375 | -0.06 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.027 | +0.00 |
| Recipe graded poor | 0.0% | -0.065 | +0.00 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.179 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 0 | -0.876 | +0.00 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 0.0% | 0.060 | +0.00 |
| Undeclared quantities | 13.8% | -0.106 | -1.46 |
| Prints ingredient percentages | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Complete diet | yes | 2.294 | +2.29 |
| Frozen or chilled fresh | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| High meat (30%+ of dry matter) | yes | 0.707 | +0.71 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | no | -3.158 | +0.00 |
| High carb and low meat | no | -1.180 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × printed percentages | 0.0 | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × fresh | 0.0 | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Fresh × high meat | 0.0 | 11.084 | +0.00 |
| Additive penalty | 0.00 | 0.222 | +0.00 |
| Processing multiplier | 0.98 | 33.786 | +33.11 |
| Processing: Raw | no | -0.054 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Chilled | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Frozen | no | -2.354 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Refrigerated | no | 0.000 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Shelf | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Freeze Dried | no | 6.629 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Air Dried | no | 6.331 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Cold Pressed | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Baked | no | -6.713 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | yes | -6.713 | -6.71 |
| Processing: Dry Semi Moist | no | -6.174 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Muesli | no | -10.146 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Pate | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Chunks | no | -0.672 | +0.00 |
- Processing-type offset
- +0.02
- Additives declared on label
- +1 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 72.8
- Final score
- 73/100
Contributions are rounded to two decimals, so they may not sum exactly to the subtotal. The full coefficient table is published on the methodology page.
Score history across model versions
The score shown above is always computed with the latest published model. Earlier scores are kept for the record and are never edited or deleted; a scoring change ships as a new model version with a public write-up on the methodology page.
Nutritional: declared analysis vs reference ranges
How the declared analysis compares with FEDIAF reference ranges for puppies and growth. The label prints as-fed values; we convert to a dry-matter basis before scoring, and the bands are dry-matter ranges. Scores rise to 100 at the band midpoint: the reference is adequacy, not maximisation. Nutrients with a published upper limit taper again above it; fat is policed through calorie density rather than a direct penalty.
Scored against FEDIAF growth minima; puppy scoring is under review.
| Nutrient | As fed (label) | Dry matter (scored) | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 27 | 29.3 | 100 |
| Fat | 13 | 14.1 | 100 |
| Calcium | 1.4 | 1.5 | 100 |
| Phosphorus | 0.9 | 1 | 100 |
| Calcium:phosphorus ratio | 1.6 | 1.6 | 100 |
| Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3) | - | - | 76.4 |
| Energy (kcal/100g) | 363 | 394.6 | 100 |
Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3): scored as the mean of its declared components (omega-6 52.7, omega-3 100). The FEDIAF minimum for omega-6 is linoleic acid specifically.
Scored over 7 declared nutrients (combined weight 90); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score.
Declared fortification: 8 nutritional additives on the label
- Vitamin A 15,000 IU
- Vitamin D3 2,000 IU
- Vitamin E 95 IU
- Zinc (Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate) 85mg
- Iron (Iron (II) Sulphate Monohydrate) 50mg
- Manganese (Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate) 35mg
- Copper (Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate) 9.5mg
- Iodine (Calcium Iodate Anhydrous/Potassium Iodide) 1.7 mg
High confidence: full analysis plus minerals or omegas and declared energy.
This measures agreement with published reference ranges, not suitability for an individual dog. For medical conditions, follow veterinary guidance.
Transparency: what the label discloses
How much the manufacturer discloses, measured against the FEDIAF Code of Good Labelling Practice and Regulation 767/2009. Mandatory items dominate the weighting.
| Item | Points |
|---|---|
| Ingredient list on the label (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Printed percentages on the label (86.2% of the recipe mass) (voluntary) | 17.2/20 |
| Analytical constituents declared (mandatory) | 15/15 |
| Additives declared (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Energy value declared (voluntary) | 5/5 |
| Complete/complementary designation (mandatory) | 5/5 |
| Feeding guidance given (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Manufacturer identity and address (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Country of manufacture stated (voluntary) - not on file | 0/10 |
| Batch and date labelling (mandatory) - not on file | 0/5 |
Capped at 60: mandatory items missing (Batch and date labelling).
Safety: recall history
Recall and safety-notice history, time-decayed. This dimension is shown alongside the score and never feeds the headline number.
No recalls recorded in our database.
See all current recalls we track.
Evidence: what the brand claims, and what supports it
The claims made on the pack and product page, checked against the declared label. We record claims as stated; "consistent" means our stored label data supports the claim, "contradicted" means it conflicts with it. Functional claims are recorded but never scored.
67/100 · limited — 3 checkable claims: 2 consistent, 1 contradicted.
Contradicted by the label
- "high-quality protein" — the declared label says otherwise on high protein.
Consistent with the label
- "free from grains, fillers, or artificial additives" — supported by the declared grain-free data.
- "Formulated without grains, artificial preservatives, or unnecessary fillers" — supported by the declared grain-free data.
19 further claims on file that we cannot check against the label.
Limited: at least one claim contradicts the declared label, or a recent upheld ASA ruling applies.
| Claim | Type | Check | Substantiation |
|---|---|---|---|
| expertly crafted to provide the perfect balance of nutrients (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| perfect for puppies with sensitive stomachs (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| providing steady energy throughout the day (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| high-quality protein, essential for your puppy's muscle growth, repair, and overall vitality (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| helps with brain development, coat health, and cognitive function (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| free from grains, fillers, or artificial additives (on page) | Free-from | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| uses easy-to-digest carbohydrates like sweet potatoes and peas (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Enriched with Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids (on page) | Nutrient | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Grain-Free Puppy Food (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| fresh chicken as the primary ingredient (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Natural Dry Dog Food (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Grain-Free Formula (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Salmon with Haddock (on pack) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| high-quality protein (on page) | Nutrient | contradicted | Manufacturer assertion |
| enhanced with DHA, a crucial Omega 3 fatty acid that supports brain development and vision during puppyhood (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| promotes healthy joint development (on page) | Functional | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Made in the UK (on page) | provenance | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| provides a natural and wholesome diet (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| With added glucosamine and chondroitin (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Formulated without grains, artificial preservatives, or unnecessary fillers (on page) | Free-from | consistent | Manufacturer assertion |
| Rich in DHA for Cognitive and Visual Development (on page) | High/low level | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
| Made with 60% fresh chicken (on page) | Content | not checkable | Manufacturer assertion |
The full scoring method is published. See the methodology for exactly how the headline score and each dimension are calculated.
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